Give new life to those extra pieces of cheddar and prosciutto.

As a result, leftovers usually stock the fridge.

This is a great snack for your next dinner party [or yourself].

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Pour the marinated cheese into a shallow bowl and serve with toothpicks on the side.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 3 days, turning occasionally.

“Yes, even if it’s brie or blue cheese.

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A little funk makes it crazy delicious!

The same holds for sweeter spreads, such as jelly or jam.

Add the lid and shake well.

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Homemade, interesting, full-flavored vinaigrette, says Hedeman.

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If you have surplus sausage, considerslow cooker cajun macaroni and cheese.

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We also make our version of Hot Pockets and shred extra cheese to add to the dough.

Turn Leftover Pickles into Relish

Cornichons, pickled cauliflower, and pickled beetswhat do these have in common?

At least one of these briny items is always featured on charcuterie boards.

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It adds great color and texture as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs, McHugh says.

Its even better with contrasting pickles for a sweet and sour taste.

Our Test Kitchen agrees and uses this trick often to resuscitatesourdough bread.

Spray some water on the crust or run it quickly under a trickling faucet.

Wrap the loaf tightly in foil and place it into a 300 F oven for about 10 minutes.

Hedeman and McHugh agree that croutons andbread crumbsare a great recreation.

Use the croutons as the base of a Panzanella salad or as a topping for soups or casseroles.

Leftover bread also makes for a great savorybread pudding, says McHugh.

The key to a good rendition is ensuring the ratio of the bread-to-non-bread ingredients is just right.

I love to add sausage, onion, mushrooms, herbs, and vegetables.

This can be served for breakfast or dinner.

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One of my favorite uses for extra jam is a mix-and-match jam cocktail,” says McHugh.

Strain into an ice-filled glass, then top it with one-fourth cup ofsparkling water.

Garnish with fresh fruit or herbs.